Airlink is set to strengthen connectivity between the Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga with the launch of its first-ever direct scheduled air service between Gqeberha and Mbombela. Also see: South African airlines with the most late flights ranked The new route will begin on 16 November 2026, with Airlink operating three return flights a week between Gqeberha’s […]
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Stop reading. Close your eyes. Take a deep breath. (Yes, we really mean it.) How did that feel? Grounding? Calming? The Vineyard Hotel would like you to experience more of that with their Take-A-Breather offer, your gentle invitation to trade your packed schedule for slow mornings, quiet luxury, and the kind of stillness that brings […]
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For South African television personalities and sisters Millicent Mashile and Innocent Sadiki, travel is rarely just a getaway; it is a canvas for storytelling. Known online as the Centtwinz, the duo recently traded Johannesburg’s familiar autumn horizon for the neon-pulsed skyline of Hong Kong, embarking on a journey that balanced high-octane sporting tradition with the quiet […]
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As Africa’s Travel Indaba returns to Durban from 11 to 14 May, the focus turns to how the continent is positioning itself within the next phase of global tourism growth. Hosted at the Durban International Convention Centre, the event brings together tourism operators, policymakers and investors to explore partnerships that drive the growth of travel […]
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From the producers behind BBC Lifestyle’s popular Listing franchise, Hidden Gems South Africa is a brand-new travel format led by local travel influencers who compete to uncover South Africa’s untouched luxury escapes. The show will launch on BBC Lifestyle (DStv channel 174) on Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 20:00, with repeats every Thursday at 17:00. Also see: Welcome spring in delicious style by recreating Jamie Oliver’s easy […]
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For some, it is about slow mornings with nothing but birdsong and distant lion calls breaking the silence. For others, it is the thrill of spotting a herd of elephants from a self-drive route, windows down, camera ready. The difference often comes down to one simple decision: private or public. Both offer meaningful, memorable encounters […]
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There was a time when travel and career felt like opposing forces. You either “made it” professionally by staying put, or you chased adventure and accepted instability as the trade-off. But that narrative is dissolving. Also see: Commemoration of Armed Forces Day: Careers in the South African Army Today, more people – especially women – are […]
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Lost luggage can be a traveller’s worst nightmare. The stress of replacing essentials and dealing with airline bureaucracy can put a serious damper on your travels. As reported by EWN, while millions of bags move through global airports daily, even a short delay can cause major disruption. Travel experts say simple planning choices can significantly reduce […]
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Cape Town isn’t a city you visit. It’s one you feel. Long after the holiday photos are archived and the tan has faded, something of the city lingers—a smell, a sound, a fleeting memory you can’t quite place. To experience Cape Town fully is to move through it with all your senses switched on. From the obvious to the deeply personal, […]
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Gathering your friends for a getaway is one of the most exciting ways to strengthen bonds and create unforgettable memories. You know the drill: when one of your friends drops the vague “We should travel” into the group chat, and then all of a sudden, you and your friends are whisked up to your destination. […]
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As the global travel sector looks toward 2026, a significant psychological shift is reshaping consumer behaviour. The post-pandemic “revenge travel” frenzy has subsided, replaced by a more mature, thoughtful – though just as unique – paradigm. Travel is no longer merely about movement; it is about meaning. For South Africa, a destination defined by its […]
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Travel is supposed to feel exciting, liberating, and inspiring — but nothing dampens a holiday faster than a scratchy throat, a stubborn cough, or the sudden onset of flu-like symptoms. It’s a frustratingly common experience. Imagine you finally take time off, you jet off to somewhere beautiful… and your immune system suddenly decides to take […]
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